US actress Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville, has died at the age of 36. Her death was confirmed by her representatives and followed with a statement from her father, Skip.
In the statement, Skip said: “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen.”
Tributes from celebrities
Celebrities including Selma Blair, Rosie O'Donnell, and singer JoJo have paid tribute to the star, as her former co-stars reach out across the globe.
Final interviews revealed
In one of her final interviews, Panettiere spoke candidly about struggling with addiction and giving up custody of her daughter. These recent comments have been unearthed following her death.
